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Buildings should not only be functional but aesthetically pleasing. This requires the use of decorative materials both on the exterior and inside a building. Building decorative materials reviews the range of materials available and their potential applications. The book begins by considering the main types of decorative material and the physical, mechanical and other properties they require. It then discusses types and potential uses of decorative stone materials such as marble, granite, slate or gypsum. It then goes on to discuss the ways cement and concrete can be used for decorative effect, before considering the role of ceramics in such areas as tiling. The following chapters review decorative glass for windows or facades, metals and wood before assessing polymer materials such as plastics and textiles. The final group of chapters discuss coatings, including waterproofing materials, multi-functional materials used for such purposes as soundproofing and thermal insulation, and the use of more sustainable decorative materials. Building decorative materials is a useful reference for architects, civil engineers and those studying civil or structural engineering. Reviews the full range of materials available for both the exterior and interior of buildings and their potential applications beyond conventional uses. Considers the main types of decorative material and the physical, mechanical and other properties they require as the role of sustainable materials. Discusses types and potential uses of decorative stone materials such as marble, granite, slate or gypsum and explores how cement and concrete can be used for decorative effect

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The latest book from the cult Print & Pattern website, Print & Pattern: Kids celebrates beautiful surface design created with little people in mind. This book documents the work of the best designers in the field, featuring both successful commercial designs and previously unseen work.Children's design is an exciting marketplace, full of cute and colorful patterns, wallpaper, fabrics, clothing, ceramics, greeting cards, and in fact just about anything aimed at kids (much of which will also appeal to adults!)Includes work from Ecojot, Marc Boutavant, Ed Emberley, Paapii, and Dan Stiles, among o

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This unique reference book is designed to excite and motivate you to push beyond traditional techniques and to explore new approaches to painting. Acrylic Fusion frees you from traditional approaches to painting by exposing you to a diverse range of alternative techniques, unconventional processes, and the integration of unique materials that stimulate creativity and encourage experimentation. It's a must-have resource aimed at artists who make paintings, and it is also a great reference for any crafters, makers, and DIYers who use paint in their work, whether they make art journals, design greeting cards, or refinish furniture because the techniques can easily be adapted for many different kinds of projects and applications.

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Decoration and ornament --- Furniture --- Décoration et ornement --- Meubles --- Louis XIII style. --- History --- Style Louis XIII --- Histoire --- Décoration et ornement --- 749.034 --- CDL --- Wood furniture --- Wooden furniture --- Decorative arts --- House furnishings --- Cabinetwork --- Interior decoration --- Upholstery --- Louis XIII style --- Decorative art --- 17th century --- Decoration and ornament - Louis XIII style. --- Furniture - France - History - 17th century.